Introduced by Rep. Jim Lilly (R) on September 26, 2017To make more rigorous the definition of “aggrieved candidate” in the law that authorizes recounts of elections where the vote margin isn't close. The bill reflects court rulings after the 2016 Green Party presidential candidate (reportedly with the assistance of Democratic Party operatives) orchestrated a statewide recount, even though this candidate received less than 2 percent of the Michigan vote. Official Text and Analysis.

Referred to the House Elections and Ethics Committee on September 26, 2017

Reported in the House on October 26, 2017Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

Passed 98 to 10 in the House on November 1, 2017. See Who Voted "Yes" and Who Voted "No".(same description)To make more rigorous the definition of “aggrieved candidate” in the law that authorizes recounts of elections where the vote margin isn't close. The bill reflects court rulings after the 2016 Green Party presidential candidate (reportedly with the assistance of Democratic Party operatives) orchestrated a statewide recount, even though this candidate received less than 2 percent of the Michigan vote.

Received in the Senate on November 7, 2017

Referred to the Senate Elections and Government Reform Committee on November 7, 2017

Reported in the Senate on February 27, 2018With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Passed 27 to 8 in the Senate on April 18, 2018. See Who Voted "Yes" and Who Voted "No".(same description)To make more rigorous the definition of “aggrieved candidate” in the law that authorizes recounts of elections where the vote margin isn't close. The bill reflects court rulings after the 2016 Green Party presidential candidate (reportedly with the assistance of Democratic Party operatives) orchestrated a statewide recount, even though this candidate received less than 2 percent of the Michigan vote.